Different meanings in British and American

American meaning of the word: at ground level

• first floor

• basement

British meaning of the word: pedestrian underpass

• pavement

• subway

British meaning of the word: French fries

• nanchos

• chips

American meaning of the word: trousers/slacks

• pants

• underpants

British meaning of the word: starter

• entrée

• dessert

American meaning of the word: a kind of savoury scone

• waffle

• biscuit

British meaning of the word: sweater/ pullover

• jumper

• vest

British meaning of the word: do the dishes

• wash up

• clean up

American meaning of the word: shopping cart/ trolley

• wagon

• basket

British meaning of the word: petrol station

• gas

• garage